Tom Ford Private Blend Lip Color Collection

Tom Ford can do no wrong in my eyes. Whether he’s creating sexy musk-inspired fragrances (no scent can compare to the distinctive allure of White Suede), or artfully directing a feature film, he’s an absolute genius when it comes to anything involving aesthetics and design. While it’s his foray back into women’s wear that I’m most looking forward to, his new Private Blend Lip Color Collection is a great way to hold all of us fans over. 

Before delving into the lipstick itself, I’ve got to highlight the packaging and visuals! Ford shot all the stunning visuals himself and in-and-of-themselves they’re enough to intrigue any red-blooded woman (or man!). I mean how sexy is the image above (model wearing the “Cherry Lush” shade)? I would totally buy this photograph if I saw it at a gallery and hang it in my apartment. Then there’s the actual lipstick which is beautifully packaged in an ivory and gold case that’s simple and sleek, while still being utterly eye-catching. More after the jump! 

The 12-shade collection ranges in color from pale, pale “Vanilla Suede” to vampy “Black Orchid” ($45 each). The creamy lipsticks are highly pigmented for deep, dramatic coverage and they’re formulated with soja seed extract, Brazilian murumuru butter, and chamomilla flower oil so they not only look gorgeous, they moisturize and “taste” good when on your lips. I was able to attend a cocktail event in honor of the launch and immediately upon leaving bolted to the restroom at The Mark Hotel where I was meeting a friend for drinks, to try on Moroccain Rouge! Not to be superfluous here, but these are show-stopping lip colors and blame the sexy ad campaign, but I instantly felt sexier when I walked out with my color-saturated new lips.